muddle
/ˈmʌdəl/
verb
- To cause confusion or disorder; to mix up in a confused way.
- The loud noise muddled my thoughts during the test.
- His explanation only muddled the situation further.
- Don't muddle the papers on my desk; I have them organized.
- To mix (a drink) by crushing ingredients together, usually with a muddler.
- She muddled lime wedges with ice for a refreshing drink.
- You should muddle the berries gently to release their juice.
- The bartender muddled mint and sugar for the cocktail.
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